dentures

December 19, 2025
Your Smile Matters: Explore Denture Options at Delaune Dental
Missing teeth can make everyday activities like eating, speaking, and smiling feel uncomfortable or embarrassing. At Delaune Dental, we believe everyone deserves a confident, functional smile — and modern dentures offer a reliable, natural-looking solution. If you’ve ever wondered what are dentures? , how they work, or whether they’re right for you, this comprehensive guide…
August 29, 2022
Will My Face Sag If I Don’t Get Dental Implants?
Upper implant denture At 44 years old, a severe calcium deficiency has left me with 18 teeth that my dentist says must be extracted, and he recommends dentures. I have two teenagers and prefer not to look like their grandmother after I get dentures. Are implants the only way to maintain…
July 21, 2022
My New Dentures Still Affect My Speech After Four Months
I have new dentures (upper and lower), and after four months, I still can’t speak correctly. It feels like the teeth are in the way, and it sounds like I have a speech impediment. I am not retired yet, and I speak to clients daily. Unfortunately, I must repeat my words throughout the day to…
February 22, 2020
Dental Implants after Dentures
I’ve had dentures for about 12 years and can finally afford dental implants. Have I waited too long or is it still possible? Beatrice Dear Beatrice, The answer to your question is yes. However, there is a “but”. When your teeth were first removed, your body, in an effort to use its resources as efficiently…
January 14, 2020
medical insurance & dental implants
I had to remove all my upper teeth due to extensive gum disease and decay. I’ve gotten the gum disease back under control, though it cost me a small fortune. I’ve been trying traditional dentures, but that dental plate has made things impossible for me. I have too strong a gag reflex to even keep…
January 6, 2020
Are dental implants possible for me?
I haven’t been able to afford dental care for years. Now, I finally have dental insurance. Because of advanced periodontal disease, I’ve lost several teeth. Is it possible for me to get dental implants instead of dentures? Cathy Dear Cathy, Dental implants are the best tooth-replacement option you can get, while dentures have many problems…
August 24, 2019
can I get a beautiful smile after 3o years of Dentures?
I’ve had dentures for about thirty years. Back then, I don’t think dental implants were available. If they were, my dentist should have told me about them. I have a friend who has them and her smile looks so much better than mine. I’d love to get a beautiful smile now if that is possible.…
April 30, 2015
Do I see a general dentist or oral surgeon first for dentures?
I have had a fear of the dentist all my life. It all stems from one bad experience as a kid. I just turned 52 and most of my teeth are broken or missing and it really affects my quality of life because I am so embarrassed by them. I want a confident smile back…